Area News
SHS, RHS cheer perform at Disney
Slaton and Roosevelt High School cheerleaders are two of the teams who were selected for the Varsity Spirit Spectacular at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Fla. Nov. 17-20. The individuals invited to perform were part of a group of team leaders selected from Varsity Spirit summer camp this summer. The cheerleaders performed in…
Read MoreJJ’s celebrates 22 years with cake
JJ’s Cafe celebrated 22 years in business with 22 cakes Wednesday (Nov. 15) at its restaurant. Customers were treated to complimentary slice of cake. Joy Sims, who owns JJ’s along with Jodie Sims, said she had owned a restaurant in Lubbock for years before moving to Slaton. “As a child, the oldest of four girls…
Read MoreCity approves bid for Woodrow Road repairs
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The City of Slaton Board of Trustees approved a bid for JST Concrete and Dirt Works for the Woodrow Road Paving Improvements Monday evening (Nov. 13) during its regular monthly meeting. City Manager Wade Willson said they had several good bids. for the project, which included estimates for a pavement…
Read MoreTigers finish season in Bi-District
The Slaton Tigers football team listens to the school song played for the final time this season after a 52-0 loss to the Shallowater Mustangs Friday evening (Nov. 10) at Lowery Field in Lubbock. The team finishes its season in Bi-District. For story on game, including Roosevelt’s win over Friona in Bi-District, please read the Thursday edition of…
Read MoreLions presents checks as part of Giving Tuesday
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Lions Club presented checks to several local organizations Monday afternoon (Nov.13) during its annual Giving Tuesday. Organizations benefitted were Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), Meals on Wheels, Weekend Snack Sack program, Ministerial Alliance, Santa Red & Blue, Slaton Stock Show, Slaton Band Boosters, Slaton Athletic Boosters, Slaton Harvey…
Read MoreSHS conducts annual Veterans Day Program
From Staff Reports Slaton Veterans from all branches of service, those who served in war or in peace, along with their family and students attended the annual Veterans Day program at Slaton High School Friday (Nov. 10). Senior Petty Officer Jay Taylor, retired US Navy, was the guest speaker at the event. The Slaton High…
Read MoreSISD Trustees hear updates
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Independent School District Board of Trustees heard updates on several items Tuesday (Nov. 7) during its monthly meeting. The winners of the annual Christmas Card Decorating contest were also announced. The winners were Holden Talkmitt for Cathelene Thomas Elementary, CTE student Anaiya Reyes as the District winner, Cruzito…
Read MoreRoosevelt YFL to play at Red Zone Games
From Staff Reports The Roosevelt fifth and sixth grade South Plains Ironman Super Bowl Champion Youth Football League team will be attending the Red Zone Games Saturday (Nov. 18) at AT&T Stadium – also known as Cowboys Stadium – in Arlington. Red Zone games is a youth football event where recreation level and small town…
Read MoreSHS trainers injured in wreck
From Staff Reports Four Slaton High School athletic trainers and their driver are recovering after being injured in a wreck in Andrews County on their way to Kermit Friday (Oct. 27). The Slaton Independent School District made a statement Saturday (Oct. 28) saying three of the trainers have since been transferred to Lubbock hospitals, and…
Read MoreSlatonite seeking Veterans photos for annual page
The Slatonite is seeking photos of veterans who have served or are actively serving for its annual Veterans Day page. Anyone serving – war or peacetime, any war, is invited to submit a photo. The paper will run the veteran’s name, branch of service, rank and location of service in war (overseas or at home),…
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